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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

On this week's show we're joined by a very special guest, Christopher Harris of @harrisfootball.com! We talk about his new book Pound Foolish, the contradictions of loving something kind of terrible, and fantasy football. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/385 or wherever you download pods!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

Well people, we did it again. The focus is not strong this week and we bounce from G'n'F'n'R's to DanDan to The Cheesecake Factory. Blame it on the weather — or blame it on Dave's internet. Either way, you will love it! Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you get podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 21/03/2026

Sorry haters, this is a Slay the Spire 2 podcast now. At least for this week. On today's show, Shane pieces together his first successful run, Dave pines for some better intro content, and Stan reminds us of Ball x Pit. Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you get podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

On this week's show, we celebrate 360 episodes with a chat about our favorite circles. Then we return to the climb in Slay the Spire 2. And Shane puts the C in RPG with Esoteric Ebb. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/360 or wherever you download podcasts.

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

On this week's show, we're joined by Ken Strickland from @thekillingstone.com to talk about the game's unique blend of deck building and gothic storytelling, how to wager with demons, and the art of card design. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/359 or wherever you get podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

On this week's show it's the unofficial return of What's That In Your Pocket? Stan rolls credits on God of War Ragnarök, while Shane collects Retro Achievements in Final Fantasy 6 and the original Zelda! Stream the episode at thedivedown.fireside.fm/356 or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

From the modest hop to the liveliest yeast, nothing leads to a podcast quite like beer. On this week's show, we talk about our history with cold ones, our most memorable brews, and how we learned to worship the Dark Lord. Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts.

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

On this week's show, Dave and Stan chat with the team from Weast Coast Games and talk about their creative process, the origins of their collaboration, and balancing their game studio with their design agency. Stream the episode at thedivedown.fireside.fm/354 or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Stan's on the run, so we record a catch up episode about Dave's obsession with The Traitors, Shane's obsession with The Cribs, and Stan's obsession with deep dish. We also find time to get the Led out. Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

On this week's show, the boys return from a 2 week winter break and catch up on their lives, holidays, Q-Up, music, Florida, and Stranger Things. Then Stan tries to learn poker and Dave has concerns. Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

The Dive Down is taking the week off for Christmas, so make sure not to miss last week's show, as we're joined by Dave's friend and comedian, Adam Burke, to look back on a year of gaming, watching, listening, and reading. Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Don't miss this week's show, where we review two new indie video games, Bounty Star and Lego Voyagers! Then share our favorite gift ideas for the certain somebodies in your life who deserve a present but are hard to shop for. Stream the episode at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

In case you missed it! Shane's back from his trip across the world and he's ready to talk Japan, jet lag, travel tips, and more. But not before we spend a good amount of time having an existential freak out about Black Friday. Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts.

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Happy Thanksgiving, Dive Down Nation. We're busy stuffing our face with various rolled meats, grilled birds, and whatever vegetarians eat (we'll confirm with Shane later). There will be no new episode this week, but we'll be back next Friday!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

On this week's show, @d00mwake.bsky.social stops by to talk about the recent bans in Standard and (technically) Pioneer. Then we look at some of our favorite cards from Magic's new Avatar expansion, plus some Standard testing! Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

On this week's show, the boys revisit Freaks & Geeks, Stan reads a post-modern comic book, Shane tries to buy a rug, and Dave listens to Geese. Stream the episode at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

On this week's show, we rank our favorite soups. That's it. Oh and Dave talks about Vintage Cube on Arena. But really, it's mostly soup. Actually, Shane is also playing Outer Worlds 2. But can't stress enough that this is a soup episode. Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you get pods!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

On this week's show, Shane plays real life Mario Kart and video game space exploration. Then Dave gets upset over a very long roll of toilet paper, and Stan predicts the reception to Halo on PS5. Stream the episode at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

In our latest episode Stan ruminates on Ninja Turtles, Dave takes pictures of arcade cabinets, Shane learns about Brad Pitt after watching F1, and shows off his new MSI Claw. Stream the show at www.thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

On this week's show, Dave talks first experiences with Hades 2, Stan shares a mini history lesson on jiggle physics and Stellar Blade, and Shane goes shopping for a new handheld. Plus, 100 Ornithopters take flight. Stream the episode at thedivedown.fireside.fm/341 or wherever you download podcasts.

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

On this week's show, @d00mwake.bsky.social returns to chat about the Modern Pro Tour! We highlight the performance of Goryo's and Belcher, the latest evolution in Esper decks, and pour one out for Boros Energy. Stream the episode at thedivedown.fireside.fm/340 or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

On this week's show, we talk about our favorite autumn rituals, trading card nostalgia, Garbage Pail Kids, fine dining etiquette, shopping in Japan, and TikTok’s future in the social media cycle. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/339 or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

This week we go back to our roots. Stan and Dave invite @d00mwake.bsky.social to talk about Magic's newest Spider-Set. We discuss our favorite heroes, villains, and bagels from Magic's first foray into the Marvel Universe. Thwip the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/338 or wherever you thwip podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

On this week's show, Shane and Stan talk about their latest videogame obsessions. Shane slashes through a maze of bugs in Silksong while Stan takes pictures of planes in Sky cards. Stream the episode at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

On this week's show, we get cozy with some comfort watches, and chat about Great British Bake Off, The Big Lebowski, and space simulations on SimulaVerse. We wrap with a walk down memory lane and the best indie rock albums of 2005. Stream the episode at thedivedown.com or wherever you download pods!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

On this week's show, Stan watches the newest kids movie sweeping the nation, Dave plays the newest robot card game sweeping the world, and Shane visits another amusement park sweeping Ohio. Stream the episode at thedivedown.fireside.fm/335 or wherever you get podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 22/08/2025

On this week's show, Stan walks a mile in RoboCop's shoes, Shane gets hyped over dual screen technology, and Dave tries to understand K-Pop Demon Hunters. We also talk about exciting new ways to brush teeth and pickle. Stream the episode at thedivedown.fireside.fm/334 or wherever you get podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 15/08/2025

On this week's show, we hear the trials and tribulations of a roller coaster tycoon at Cedar Point, relive the dreams of non-rotating formats with Pioneer on Arena, and relive the nightmare of 4 AA batteries on a DMG Game Boy. Stream the show at www.thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

On this week show, we put a strange little boy through dozens of death puzzles in our deep dive on Limbo for its 15 year anniversary. We go through the game's development, its dark humor, and consider its deeper meaning. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/332 or wherever you get podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

The wait is over! Episode 331 is now live. Stan shares his first impressions of Edge of Eternities draft and sealed, then we discuss our spiritual reactions to the first spoilers from Spider-man. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/331 or wherever you get podcasts!

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Magic Escapes to the One Space Capitalism Hasn't Corrupted

On this week's show, Stan and Dave catch up on Magic's newest sets. Stan shares his first impressions of Edge of Eternities draft and sealed, then we discuss our spiritual reactions to the first spoil...

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 24/07/2025

On this week's show, we clean up our cords and cables, Shane takes Donkey Kong out on a punching spree, then Stan and Dave double feature two of the hottest movies in theaters right now - Superman and Smurfs! Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/330 or wherever you get podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

On this week's show, we kick off with news of the podcast's new direction. Then Stan talks about Commander Cube. Shane shares his love for Deltarune. Dave plays some cover songs. And we rock out to our favorite albums of 2025. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/329 or wherever you get pods!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 10/07/2025

On this week's show, we talk about as little MTG as possible. Instead, Stan and Shane confront Dave about video games. Then Dave shares some wisdom on basic interior design. And Selena Gomez bakes a delicious Oreo. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/328 or wherever you download podcasts!

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What's That in Your Pocket? @pocketgameboys.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Is it fair to compare Astro Bot to Super Mario Wonder? On this week's show, we do just that. Then we drag Nathan Drake through the Central American mud of Uncharted: Golden Abyss. Stream the show at whatsthatinyourpocket.fireside.fm/11 or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

This week's show was recorded with no notes, just vibes. We chat about Jeskai Affinity featuring Vivi Ornitier, good ol' fashioned Broodscale Combo, and Mardu Energy with Sephiroth, Fabled SOLDIER. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/327 or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

It's week 1 of Magic: The Gathering®—FINAL FANTASY™ and these cards are popping up in more places than we thought! This week we talk about Sephiroth, Vivi, Cloud, Raubahn, Cecil, and more! Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/326 or wherever you download pods!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

On this week's show, @d00mwake.bsky.social discusses the newest innovations to Domain Zoo, we talk about the latest Saga rules changes, and chat about a couple more Final Fantasy cards: Vivi and Joshua. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/325 or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 07/06/2025

On this week's show, Shane returns for a special Motor City recap episode! Dave and Stan play in the Secret Lair Spotlight Modern Open and talk about some unexpected experiences playing in an unexpected metagame. Stream the show at thedivedown.fireside.fm/324 or wherever you download podcasts!

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What's That in Your Pocket? @pocketgameboys.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

On this week's show, we journey into the world of Vita mods, including Stan's first foray into Gravity Rush. Shane also plays some Tony Hawk 3, and we map out the possibilities of Steam Deck's new GeForce NOW app. Stream the show at whatsthatinyourpocket.fireside.fm/9 or wherever you download pods!

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Level 9: Vita Means Life

Stan picks up a Vita and discovers what life truly is as he gets heavy with Gravity Rush. Meanwhile, Shane is still (mostly) only playing games with a resolution of 160x144.

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

This week Stan and Dave discuss their upcoming road trip to the Spotlight Series: Secret Lair in the Motor City (Indianapolis). Dave loves with Mengucci's takes on Prowess, Stan thinks he's figured out the Modern format. Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

On this week's show, we're looking at our favorite cards from the upcoming Final Fantasy set, and ask the question: can 15 JRPG games produce enough inspiration for 1 Magic set? Stream the episode at thedivedown.fireside.fm/322 or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

On this week's show, we dust off our old Arena accounts and download a 20 gig software update to play this brand new, up and coming format, Pioneer. We talk about the top decks and how to navigate the very cool Arena economy. Stream the episode at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Due to some scheduling foibles, this week's Dive Down is dropping on Friday instead of Thursday. In the meantime, a new episode of Stan & Shane's video game podcast, @pocketgameboys.bsky.social released yesterday. Check it out at whatsthatinyourpocket.fireside.fm/8 or wherever you download pods.

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Level 8: CrossCode - We Tried!

We're back with Level 8, and earlier than expected! We just both had so much to talk about that we couldn't wait any longer. In this episode, we get into our most recent experiences with Doom (2016), ...

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

On this week's show, we're recapping @d00mwake.bsky.social weekend at RC Minneapolis, and Stan top 8s another Modern RCQ. Then we look at the overall Modern format to figure out what the metagame is really about right now. Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Stan and Shane's new video game podcast now has it's own skeeter account. Give 'em a follow and tune into the latest episode of What's That in Your Pocket? @pocketgameboys.bsky.social

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The Dive Down @thedivedown.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

On this week's show, @d00mwake.bsky.social walks us thru his Prowess prep for RC Minneapolis, Stan shares lessons learned with Boros Energy from another RCQ top 8, and Dave gives us his draft picks from Stan's prize packs. Stream the show at thedivedown.com or wherever you download podcasts!

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